How AQUASCENT’s Water-Based, Concentrate-Only Fragrance Technology At IFF Has Changed Its Investment Story

In September 2026, International Flavors & Fragrances launched AQUASCENT, a vegan, water-based fine-fragrance carrier made from proprietary biodegradable materials that enables high fragrance loads while remaining visually clear and ethanol-free. The technology’s concentrate-only format, which allows brands to add water at the final production stage, offers a way to cut shipping weight and potentially lower CO2 emissions while improving skin feel and olfactive performance. We’ll now explore...